Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 Diesel DOHC-4v 140 hp@4000 236 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 240 hp@3600 455 lb-ft@1600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 124.6 in | -23.1 in |
Length | 165.4 in | 206.5 in | -41.1 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 73.7 in | -3.4 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 58.0 in | 0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3025 lb. | 4674 lb. | -1649 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -9.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 37.8 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 59.1 in | -4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 59.9 in | -59.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.9 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.5 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 58.7 in | -5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 59.4 in | -59.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 42.3 in | -6.8 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 84.2 in (over 2 rows) | -7.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 | -1.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 | 29.6 ft3 |
2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Mercedes-Benz S-Class.